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The EAO is a non-profit organisation founded in Munich in 1991 following on the recommendations made by an international group of clinicians and research workers. It was formed as an international, interdisciplinary and independent science based forum for all professionals interested in the art and science of osseointegration. The EAO has, as of today, more than 1800 active members in the world, for whom since the establishment of the association, has organised yearly scientific congresses. The first of these events was held in 1992 in Leuven, Belgium, the next one will be held in Rome, Italy. EAO President 2016-2018: Alberto Sicilia (ES)

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05/02/2026

Have you listened to episode 2 of the EAO Podcast: Clinical Matters? šŸŽ§

In this short clip from the episode, EAO President, Gil Alcoforado, offers clinical advice to younger dentists regarding immediate implants.

A must-listen for clinicians navigating real-world decision-making in implant dentistry.

šŸŽ™ļø Episode 2 is out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music.

04/02/2026

šŸ“£ Submit your abstract for EAO Congress 2026!⁣
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The EAO Congress is where impactful research in implant dentistry is recognised on an international stage.⁣
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Hear from Samuel Akhondi, winner of the European Prize for Clinical Research - Surgery 2025 as he shares what receiving this award meant to him.⁣
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Samuel’s winning research investigated the surgical treatment of peri-implantitis using autogenous bone, with or without electrolytic cleaning as an adjunct - work that stood out for its clinical relevance and scientific rigour.⁣
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🌟 Submit your own research and contribute to the future of implant dentistry!⁣
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šŸ—“ Abstract submission deadline: 6 May 2026⁣
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šŸ”— https://congress.eao.org/en/programme/abstracts⁣⁣
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03/02/2026

ā³ EAO Focused Training - Early Bird Extended

The EAO Focused Training on Implant Complications takes place in Lisbon, 16–18 April 2026, with Early Bird rates extended until 16 February.

This intensive, in-person programme delivers three focused days of hands-on, evidence-based training for clinicians managing complex implant cases.

šŸ”Ž 3 days. 3 core areas. Direct clinical impact.

šŸ› ļø Day 1 | Martina Stefanini
Soft tissue complications: decision-making algorithms, grafting techniques, and prevention strategies

šŸ”¬ Day 2 | Frank Schwarz
Peri-implantitis management: diagnosis, risk factors, and hands-on surgical treatment approaches

🦷 Day 3 | Vincent Fehmer & Bjarni Pjetursson
Prosthetic complications: avoidance strategies, practical restoration exercises, and challenging case discussions

šŸ“ Lisbon, Portugal
šŸ—“ļø 16–18 April 2026

šŸ‘‰ Register before the Early Bird ends on 16 February:

https://eao.org/education/focused-training

ā° Early Bird EXTENDED ā°Still thinking about joining the EAO Focused Training on Implant Complications in Lisbon?This is ...
30/01/2026

ā° Early Bird EXTENDED ā°

Still thinking about joining the EAO Focused Training on Implant Complications in Lisbon?

This is your opportunity to secure the lowest available rate for a programme designed for clinicians who want practical techniques that can be applied immediately in complex clinical cases.

šŸ› ļø Day 1 with Martina Stefanini – Soft tissue complications: decision-making algorithms, grafting techniques, and prevention strategies

šŸ”¬ Day 2 with Frank Schwarz – Peri-implantitis management: diagnosis, risk factors, and hands-on surgical treatment approaches

🦷 Day 3 with Vincent Fehmer and Bjarni Pjetursson – Prosthetic complications: avoidance strategies, practical restoration exercises, and challenging case discussions

⭐ Rated 4.9/5 by past participants
šŸ—“ļø Early Bird available until 16 February

Places are limited.

šŸ‘‰ Link in bio to register

šŸ“£ Early Bird rates have been extended!If you’re considering the EAO Focused Training on Implant Complications in Lisbon,...
30/01/2026

šŸ“£ Early Bird rates have been extended!

If you’re considering the EAO Focused Training on Implant Complications in Lisbon, now is the time to register at the lowest available rate.

The programme topics cover practical techniques that can be applied immediately in complex clinical cases:

šŸ› ļø Day 1 with Martina Stefanini – Soft tissue complications: decision-making algorithms, grafting techniques, and prevention strategies
šŸ”¬ Day 2 with Frank Schwarz – Peri-implantitis management: diagnosis, risk factors, and hands-on surgical treatment approaches
🦷 Day 3 with Vincent Fehmer and Bjarni Pjetursson – Prosthetic complications: avoidance strategies, practical restoration exercises, and challenging case discussions

⭐ 95% of participants recommend the course

šŸ—“ļø Early Bird available until 16 February
šŸ‘‰ Learn more and register: eao.org/education/focused-training

šŸ‘„ Know a colleague who would benefit? Tag them or share this post.

🚨 This is your final chance to register for the EAO Congress 2026 in Lisbon for just 310€! ⁣⁣The must-attend event of th...
30/01/2026

🚨 This is your final chance to register for the EAO Congress 2026 in Lisbon for just 310€! ⁣
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The must-attend event of the year for implant dentists - the EAO Congress offers unparalleled opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research, technologies and practices that are shaping the future of patient care.⁣
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šŸŒ We have created a programme that will inspire learning, collaboration and meaningful connections by bringing together dental professionals, researchers and industry leaders from across the globe.⁣
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šŸ“… 24 - 26 September 2026⁣
šŸ“ Lisbon, Portugal⁣
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Secure Super Early Bird savings for the final day - don’t miss your chance to join us at the lowest possible rate!⁣
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Register now šŸ‘‰ https://congress.eao.org/en/congress/registration⁣. ⁣⁣
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šŸ“¢ Submit your abstract for the EAO Congress 2026 in Lisbon!⁣⁣Share your research at one of the largest implant dentistry...
29/01/2026

šŸ“¢ Submit your abstract for the EAO Congress 2026 in Lisbon!⁣
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Share your research at one of the largest implant dentistry events in the world and engage with a global community of clinicians and researchers.⁣
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🧠 Topics: ⁣
• Surgery⁣
• Prosthetics ⁣
• Peri-implant diseases⁣
• Basic research⁣
• Clinical innovations⁣
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šŸ“– Accepted abstracts are published in Clinical Oral Implants Research (Impact Factor: 5.3 - the highest Impact Factor in the field of implant dentistry).
šŸ† €1,000 awards per topic + travel grants for student members available.⁣
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šŸ‘‰ Submit your abstract: https://congress.eao.org/en/programme/abstracts⁣
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ā³ Final chance to secure early bird rates for the EAO Focused Training course this April in Lisbon - early bird rates en...
28/01/2026

ā³ Final chance to secure early bird rates for the EAO Focused Training course this April in Lisbon - early bird rates end today!
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EAO Focused Training is an intensive, in-person training event, designed for implant clinicians looking to advance their skills in managing complex cases and complications through hands-on, expert-led surgical training.⁣⁣
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šŸ’” According to the 2025 Focused Training Results Survey, 95% of participants would recommend the course to their colleagues.
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What makes EAO Focused Training different? ⁣
šŸ”Ž Hands-on, small-group learning⁣
šŸ”Ž Advanced clinical content aimed at experienced implant clinicians⁣
šŸ”Ž Evidence-based teaching grounded in current science and best practice⁣
šŸ”Ž Led by internationally recognised experts in implant dentistry⁣
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Dates: 16 -18 April 2026⁣
Location: Lisbon, Portugal⁣
Included: Accommodation and full-board meals ⁣
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Don’t miss out! Limited spaces available - secure your place today through the link in ’s bio.
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ā³ Final chance to secure early bird rates for the EAO Focused Training course this April in Lisbon - early bird rates en...
28/01/2026

ā³ Final chance to secure early bird rates for the EAO Focused Training course this April in Lisbon - early bird rates end today!
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EAO Focused Training is an intensive, in-person training event, designed for implant clinicians looking to advance their skills in managing complex cases and complications through hands-on, expert-led surgical training.⁣⁣
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šŸ’” According to the 2025 Focused Training Results Survey, 95% of participants would recommend the course to their colleagues.
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What makes EAO Focused Training different? ⁣
šŸ”Ž Hands-on, small-group learning⁣
šŸ”Ž Advanced clinical content aimed at experienced implant clinicians⁣
šŸ”Ž Evidence-based teaching grounded in current science and best practice⁣
šŸ”Ž Led by internationally recognised experts in implant dentistry⁣
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Dates: 16 -18 April 2026⁣
Location: Lisbon, Portugal⁣
Included: Accommodation and full-board meals ⁣
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Don’t miss out! Limited spaces available - secure your place today: https://eao.org/education/focused-training/.⁣⁣
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23/01/2026

ā³ There is just 1 week left to secure Super Early Bird rates for the 2026 EAO Annual Congress in Lisbon!⁣
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As highlighted by Gustavo Giordani in our new video, the Annual Congress in Lisbon will be a truly distinctive scientific event - bringing together advanced implant dentistry, peri-implant and periodontal bone integration, and forward-thinking clinical innovation.⁣
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EAO members can secure their place for 310€ when registering by 30 January.⁣
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šŸŒ Join a global community of implant clinicians for three days of education, exchange and international connection.⁣
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šŸ“… 24 - 26 September 2026⁣
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Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of one of the most anticipated implant dentistry events of 2026.⁣
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šŸ‘‰ Register today: https://congress.eao.org/en/congress/registration⁣
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ā³ Falta apenas 1 semana para garantir as tarifas Super Early Bird para o Congresso Anual EAO 2026 em Lisboa!⁣
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Como partilhado por Gustavo Giordani, o Congresso Anual em Lisboa serÔ um evento científico verdadeiramente distintivo - reunindo implantologia avançada, integração óssea peri-implantar e periodontal, e inovação clínica com visão de futuro.⁣
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Os membros da EAO podem garantir a sua participação por 310€, com inscrição atĆ© 30 de janeiro.⁣
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šŸŒ Junte-se a uma comunidade global de clĆ­nicos em implantologia para trĆŖs dias de formação, partilha de conhecimento e networking internacional.⁣
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šŸ“… 24 - 26 de setembro de 2026⁣
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Não perca a oportunidade de fazer parte de um dos eventos mais aguardados da implantologia em 2026.⁣
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šŸ‘‰ Inscreva-se hoje: https://congress.eao.org/en/congress/registration⁣
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22/01/2026

There is less than 1 week to take advantage of early bird rates for the EAO Focused Training course! ā³ā£ā£
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Hear from the first course leader Martina Stefanini on why you should join us for this fantastic three-day surgical training event in Lisbon!⁣
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Who is the course for? ⁣⁣
šŸ”¹ Implant clinicians progressing into advanced case management⁣⁣
šŸ”¹ Dentists seeking hands-on surgical training, not just theory⁣⁣
šŸ”¹ Those wanting to improve confidence with complex cases & complications⁣⁣
šŸ”¹ Professionals who value evidence-based decision-making in daily practice⁣⁣
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Get the lowest available rates for 1 more week, with accommodation and meals included as part of the programme.⁣
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šŸ“† 16 - 18 April 2026⁣⁣
šŸ“ Lisbon, Portugal⁣⁣⁣
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ā° Early bird deadline: Wednesday 28 January⁣⁣
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Spaces are limited! Register today šŸ‘‰ https://eao.org/education/focused-training/.⁣⁣
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šŸŽ§ EAO Podcast: Clinical Matters - Episode 2 with EAO President Gil Alcoforado is out now!⁣In this episode, Gil Alcoforad...
21/01/2026

šŸŽ§ EAO Podcast: Clinical Matters - Episode 2 with EAO President Gil Alcoforado is out now!
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In this episode, Gil Alcoforado shares expert insights on immediate implant placement, evidence-based decision-making and the importance of prioritising long-term biological outcomes.
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The conversation highlights how clinicians can balance scientific evidence with clinical experience to support safer, more predictable treatment decisions in daily practice.
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An essential listen for implant clinicians committed to thoughtful, patient-centred care grounded in science.
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šŸŽ™ļø Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music.

https://eao.org/scientific-resources/clinical-matters/
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The EAO is a non-profit organisation founded in Munich in 1991. It was formed as an international, interdisciplinary and independent science based forum for all professionals interested in the art and science of osseointegration.

As one of the leading associations within the field of implant dentistry in the world, the EAO aims to improve the quality of patient care by bridging the gap between science and clinical practice. The EAO has, as of today, more than 2200 active members in the world. The Association organises a very succesful scientific congress every year, the next one will be held in Berlin October 2020 EAO President 2018-2020: Henning Schliephake (DE) Comments policy We encourage your comments, and hope you will join the discussions. Please remember that when you post a comment, it is published for the whole world to see. If your comments are off-topic or clearly promoting a commercial product we reserve the right to delete them from our page. Profanity or abusive language are also out-of-bounds. Please bear in mind that we do not answer to comments dealing with individual medical cases or issues.

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